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Griffith
Observatory - The Griffith Observatory has
been a major Los Angeles landmark since 1935. The Observatory
is now open again after a major restoration. A must see
Los Angeles attraction.
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Fort
Mac Arthur Museum - A U.S. Army post which
guarded the Los Angeles harbor from 1914 to 1974. Museum
and ruins or World War 2 coastal gun emplacements. Nearby
is the Point Fermin Lighthouse.
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Market - The original 1934 Los Angeles Farmers
Market. Restaurants, specialty shops, gifts
and more. A great day trip for locals and visitors.
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Olvera
Street - Birthplace of the City of Los Angeles,
otherwise known as El Pueblo. Many restaurants
and shops. Across the street from Los Angeles Union Station.
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Grand
Central Market - Central Market has been a
hub of bustling activity since 1917. Offering fresh fruits,
vegetables, meats, poultry and fresh fish from California
and around
the world.
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Chinatown
Los Angeles - Shopping,
dining, and waking tours of this historic area of Los Angeles.
16 square block district with family-owned
shops and ethnic restaurants.
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Chinese Theatre - See the foot prints of the stars in the outdoor
coutyard. Take a double decker bus tour of historic Hollywood
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Griffith
Park - Griffith Observatory, Greek Theater,Travel
Town, La Zoo, Griffith Park Southern Rail Road, LA live
Steamers, Museum of the West.
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Descanso
Gardens
A natural "bowl" in the San Rafael
hills provides a secluded setting for Descanso Gardens.
Also a train ride for the kids.
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Union
Station - Built in 1939, is considered to
be "The last of America's great rail stations".
Nearby is the historic Los Angeles Olvera Street district..
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Santa
Catalina Island - Just
off the coast of Southern California is an island that
looks much like California did two hundred years ago.
Fun day trip for all.
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Hollyhock
House - Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright is
a remarkable combination of house and gardens with views
of the Hollywood Hills.
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Museum
of Neon Art - A collection of outstanding
neon signs. Admission $5 dollars. 501 West Olympic Blvd.
Los Angeles
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Exposition
Rose Garden - The Rose Garden is operated
by the Los Angeles City Department of Recreation and
Parks and has been since 1928.
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Paramount
Studios - Experience the living history
of Paramount Studios. Take a guided 2-hour tour.
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Los
Angeles Arboretum - A rich historical site
that includes Native American, Rancho Period, and late
19th century treasures. Take a tram tour of the gardens.
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Hollywood
Walk of Fame - "Sidewalk
of the stars" Created in 1958, the Walk of Fame
has become a tribute to performers and others within
show business
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Hollywood
Museum - Located in the historic Max Factor
building. Art, history, techniques, and technology of
the entertainment industry.
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Queen
Mary Long Beach -
The Queen Mary in Long Beach, listed on the National
Register of Historic Places, remains one of the most
famous ships in history.
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SS
Lane Victory - Fully Operational WWII Victory
Ship Located at Berth 94 San Pedro
$3.00 for adults, $1.00 under 15
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LA
Flower District - The largest selection
of floral supplies on the West Coast. Open to the public
admission $2.00
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La
Brea Tar Pits -
Rancho La Brea is one of the world’s most famous
fossil localities and
also home to the Page Museum.
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The
Adamson House - This classic Malibu home
was built in 1930. Located on one of the most beautiful
beaches in Southern California
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Wrigley
Memorial -
With its commanding view of Avalon Bay, The Wrigley Memorial
is the centerpiece of the Botanical Garden. A must see
on any visit to Catalina Island
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Orcutt
Ranch
Secluded garden paradise nestled in
the foothills of the west San Fernando Valley |
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